Benefits

DC 37 Health & Security Plan Benefits

Health and Pension Services Unit

Health and Pension Services Unit assists and responds to members’ questions and inquiries pertaining to the various health insurance plans under the City’s Health Benefits Program; the various pension tiers under the New York City Employees’ Retirement System (NYCERS); and DC 37 Med Team health insurance benefits.

In addition, the Unit explains the various health insurance benefits and any benefit modifications/adjustments under the City’s Health Benefits Program; optional rider coverage (if applicable); coverage upon retirement and the process to retire; Medicare; continuation of coverage under COBRA or SLOAC (Special Leave of Absence Coverage).

If you have a health insurance question or need assistance with a health insurance related matter, please visit, write, or call the Unit at (212) 815-1200.

Pension

The Unit assists members with questions and inquiries pertaining to the various pension tiers and pension options under NYCERS.

In addition, the Unit provides pension counseling services where members may receive an estimate of their pension retirement allowance and an explanation of the different pension options with a pension counselor. An appointment must be scheduled in advance for this pension counseling service – which is scheduled for every Tuesday and Wednesday. It is advisable to schedule an appointment within one year of the planned retirement date.

If you have a pension question or need assistance with a pension related matter, please visit, write or call the Unit at (212) 815-1200.

DC 37 Med Team (available to DC 37 members only)

The Unit assists members in resolving DC 37 Med Team health insurance related matters resulting from the rejection of claims; problems with balance billing and reimbursement issues with providers; termination of DC 37 Med Team health insurance coverage; submitting claim forms; enrollment and eligibility; and interpreting explanation of benefit statements.

In addition, the Unit explains coverage upon retirement and the process to retire; Medicare; continuation of coverage under COBRA or SLOAC (Special Leave of Absence Coverage).

If you have a DC 37 Med Team health insurance question or related matter, please visit, write, or call the Unit at (212) 815-1313.

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ABOUT DISTRICT COUNCIL 37

DC 37 is New York City's largest public employee union, represents 125,000 members and 50,000 retirees. Our members help make New York run by working in over 1,000 titles – everything from Accountants to Zookeepers.

ABOUT DISTRICT COUNCIL 37 – MOBILE

DC 37 is New York City's largest public employee union, represents 125,000 members and 50,000 retirees. Our members help make New York run by working in over 1,000 titles – everything from Accountants to Zookeepers.